Your Puerto Vallarta vacation

From the blue waters and white sands of Mismaloya to the secluded shores and jade backdrop of Majahuitas, it would be easy to call Puerto Vallarta heaven on earth. But aside from its stunning beaches and natural landscapes, Puerto Vallarta has plenty more for budget travelers. Cruise the Rio Cuale Riverwalk, or tackle a challenging hike through the El Tuito jungle to reach the amazing Yelapa Waterfall.

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Puerto Vallarta all-inclusive hotel entertains with multiple activitiesCrown Paradise Club Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive is a hub of activity from sunrise to sunset. In addition to daily programs for kids and adults involving games and classes, the property engages travelers with tennis courts, an on-site spa, five restaurants for all occasions and discount at any of the three golf courses in Puerto Vallarta. Rooms embrace tropical decor and include some that give families more than ample space thanks to a separate area for kids. HighlightsAll-inclusive resort with five restaurants and planned activitiesSupervised kids and teen programsFull-service spaFamily rooms and honeymoon suites availableNine water slidesWi-Fi access in rooms and public areas (fees apply) RoomsCrown Paradise Club Puerto Vallarta - All Inclusive caters to all travelers, from honeymooners to families. The property boasts 216 rooms, 30 family rooms and seven honeymoon suites, which all share a tropical theme driven by floral fabrics, bright colors and balconies with courtyard or ocean views. Families have space to spread out in the family rooms, which include comforts such as a separate area for kids, complete with a bunk bed, trundle bed and an extra TV. Standard amenities include a direct-dial telephone, safe, paid Wi-Fi access, air-conditioning, and a full bathroom with shower and bathtub. FeaturesThe roster of recreational activities is as grand as Crown Paradise Club Puerto Vallarta -- All Inclusive itself. Planned activities from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. cater to all tastes and cover aerobics classes, bingo, windsurfing, and programs for kids and teens. A water park, complete with pirate's ship and nine water slides, is popular with children, while parents love the on-site spa, tennis courts and unlimited golf at three nearby courses. DiningCrown Paradise Club Puerto Vallarta -- All Inclusive features five different restaurants -- three of which are fine dining. Menus cover the globe, from Mexico or Italy to France, Japan or a more mainstream buffet. Twenty-four-hour room service helps with hunger pangs at all hours. TransportationPuerto Vallarta Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (2.1 mi/3.4 km) AttractionsMalecon (3 mi/4.8 km)Marina Vallarta (1.1 mi/1.7 km)Downtown Vallarta (3 mi/4.8 km)Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens (1.9 mi/3.1 km)Bay of Banderas (2.1 mi/3.4 km) Business4,447 square feet of event space for up to 450 guestsWi-Fi (fees apply)

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Mexican colonial resort lures families with water activities and showsCosta Club Punta Arena Hotel & Villas - All Inclusive aims to be a well-rounded family resort. With a manageable roster of restaurants, pools -- plus one for the kids -- and water activities, the 208-room hotel invites guests to enjoy the lush, tropical grounds indoors and outdoors. Rooms embrace Mexican colonial furniture, textiles and art. When parents need a break, a kids' club offers craft-making, games and lessons (fees apply). HighlightsFamily-friendly all-inclusive resortUnlimited domestic drinks from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.Kids' clubTwo pools and children's pool, plus indoor theater, gymBabysitting services RoomsHand-carved headboards and fiesta patterns inject Mexican colonial style into the 206 rooms at Costa Club Punta Arena Hotel & Villas - All Inclusive. Guests are greeted by floral artwork, orange and green linens and towels folded into swans. The result: a space that feels wholly tropical. Terracotta tile keeps feet cool, but rooms are also air-conditioned and equipped with ceiling fans. Standard amenities include one king bed or two full beds, cable TV and telephone. FeaturesFamilies engage in the many water activities -- including two freshwater pools and children's pool -- available at Costa Club Punta Arena Hotel & Villas - All Inclusive. When parents need alone time, they turn to the kids' club, where children make crafts, play bingo and take dancing lessons for a fee. An indoor theater, live comedy show, gym and other conveniences round out the amenities.Babysitting can also be arranged for an extra charge. DiningCosta Club Punta Arena Hotel & Villas - All Inclusive caters to family dining and date nights with an all-day buffet (El Forum Restaurant), a reservations-required, adults-only Italian restaurant (Los Caracoles restaurant) and an option for light fare (Cebiche & Tequila Snack Bar). For fruity drinks by the pool, try Cocos Bar. TransportationPuerto Vallarta Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (0.2 mi/0.4 km) AttractionsMalecon (5.7 mi/9.2 km)Marina Vallarta (1.1 mi/1.8 km)Old Town (5.6 mi/9.1 km)Downtown Vallarta (0.2 mi/0.4 km)Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens (4.2 mi/6.7 km)Bay of Banderas (5.2 mi/8.4 km)

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Puerto Vallarta resort features swim-up bars, views and lush gardensSheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center aims for high style and Mexican flavor in the heart of Banderas Bay. A weekly fiesta and champagne brunch -- complete with Mariachi band -- sets the mood for the ultimate tropical vacation. Business travelers can manage both work and leisure in the ample meeting space, business center and Wi-Fi-equipped rooms. Terraces look out to the glorious water or lush gardens surrounding the property. Two swim-up bars complete the allure. HighlightsTwo swim-up barsWeekly Mexican fiesta and champagne brunchOcean-facing terraces or garden viewsSpa and fitness center RoomsSliding glass windows frame breathtaking ocean views in the 475 rooms at Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center, where tropical charm meets modern style. Guests sleep atop Sheraton Sweet Sleeper Beds with red comforters. The first four floors beckon with terraces for enjoying the ocean locale, while garden view rooms invite visitors to take in the surrounding flora and fauna. All rooms are equipped with high-speed Internet, central air-conditioning, cable TV and a table and chairs. FeaturesActive travelers can stick to their workout regimen at Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center. Work up a sweat on cardio and weight machines in the gym, play volleyball or book a spa service. DiningDiners enjoy a variety of choices at Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center, from bistro and outdoor dining at Gaviotas to regional Mexican specialities at oceanview palapa La Villita. Guests can also eat in their swimsuits at La Pergola, the poolside snack bar, after enjoying cocktails at the swim-up bar. EntertainmentA live mariachi band enlivens the scene every Sunday when guests gather for the champagne brunch at La Villita restaurant. The hotel also hosts a Mexican fiesta on Thursday nights. The mood is shared in the lobby bar, also a hub for live music and cocktails. TransportationPuerto Vallarta Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (6.4 mi/10.4 km) AttractionsMalecon (4 mi/6.5 km)Marina Vallarta (4 mi/6.5 km)Downtown Vallarta (4 mi/6.5 km)Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens (0.5 mi/0.8 km)Bay of Banderas (3.4 mi/5.5 km) BusinessMore than 16,00 square feet of meeting spaceBusiness centerWi-Fi

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Hotel in Old Puerto Vallarta charms with tropical roomsEmperador Hotel & Suites enjoys a base in the heart of Old Puerto Vallarta just a few minutes away from downtown and the airport. And with Playa Los Muertos directly outside one of its towers, the hotel offers instant appeal for travelers who want to stroll to El Malecon. Inside, rooms, suites and some spaces have kitchenettes. A coastal contemporary restaurant send visitors into paradise. Highlights A tower offering a choice of room layoutsSi Senor Restaurant and Beach Club for Vallartense fareSome rooms with kitchenettes and beach viewsFree Wi-Fi RoomsFor a modestly sized hotel, Emperador Hotel & Suites presents ample choices. The property caters to short-term or extended-stay visitors with clean, Mexican-inspired spaces stocked with various necessities. Standard hotel rooms, which come with a shower, TV, telephone and one king bed or two twin beds, accommodate two people. Larger groups find comfort in suites and junior suites. The larger spaces enable guests to save on dining expenses by cooking in the kitchenettes. Mexican Colonial-style dining tables and views of the Romantic Zone add to the coastal bliss. FeaturesEmperador Hotel & Suites guests revel in the ocean setting -- especially from its lounge chairs. Palm trees, cabana-style patio tables and a brick patio add to the atmosphere. For a change of scenery, patrons can also take advantage of the private beach or palapas (open-sided, thatched-roof huts). DiningThe romance of Banderas Bay plays out every night at Si Senor Restaurant and Beach Club. The all-day restaurant sets up front-row tables on the sizzling Playa Los Muertos, where the ocean views are as delicious as the frosty Michelada brews. TransportationPuerto Vallarta Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (6.4 mi/10.4 km) AttractionsMalecon (5.7 mi/9.2 km)Marina Vallarta (4.5 mi/7.3 km)Downtown Vallarta (5.7 mi/9.2 km)Puerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens (4.2 mi/6.7 km)Bay of Banderas 4.2 mi/6.7 km) BusinessFree Wi-FiFree use of lobby computers

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Children's club, plus live shows with a different theme each nightPlaza Pelicanos Grand Beach Resort provides the essentials for a relaxing stay. Visitors flock to two swim-up bars, the quintessential Mexican resort experience. The property also hosts live theme shows every night and a supervised children's club for kids ages 4 to 12. Two snack bars, a buffet and an a la carte eatery serving global fare offer guests a choice for casual dining. Rooms include the basics, from a flat-screen TV to a mini-bar restocked every other day with soda, beer and bottled water. HighlightsTwo snack bars, plus a main buffet and international restaurantLive shows with a different theme every nightChildren's club for kids 4 to 12Mini-bars restocked every other day with bottled waters, sodas and beers RoomsPlaza Pelicanos Grand Beach Resort masters the basics -- immaculate rooms with stark white linens paired with mustard-colored bed skirts and red-striped coverlets. Gray tile floors have a polished sheen or flat stone finish, while light floods in from windows that look out to canopy-dotted grounds. A mini-bar restocked every other day stores essentials such as bottled water, soda and beer. Other amenities include a flat-screen TV, two twin beds or one king-sized bed, bath products and air-conditioning. FeaturesAn expansive outdoor pool and kids' pool act are the heart of Plaza Pelicanos Grand Beach Resort. Ample lounge chairs and two swim-up bars marked by tiki huts enhance the scene. Live entertainment with a different theme every night, an outdoor theater and a children's club for kids ages 4 to 12 add to the engagement for guests. DiningPlaza Pelicanos Grand Beach Resort caters to both casual and upscale dining with two snack bars, a main buffet and an international restaurant serving a la carte dishes. A lobby bar glowing with fluorescent light and decorated with sports-themed murals draws the cocktail set. TransportationPuerto Vallarta Gustavo Diaz Ordaz International Airport (3.4 mi/5.6 km) AttractionsPuerto Vallarta Botanical Gardens (1 mi/1.6 km)Bay of Banderas (2 mi/3.3 km)Marina Vallarta (2.4 mi/3.9 km)Old Town (2.5 mi/4.1 km)Malecon (2.6 mi/4.2 km)Downtown Vallarta (3.4 mi/5.6 km)

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Best Time to Go

Many people take their Puerto Vallarta vacations at any time except the summer for a couple of reasons. For starters, the weather is usually nice in other places during the summer, so there is no reason to visit a tropical location. Secondly, Puerto Vallarta gets a lot of rain in July, August and September, which can quickly ruin a vacation. These months are cheaper, however, so you can find a great deal. Do not miss the Festival Cultural de Mayo held during the last week of May and first week of June. This festival celebrates the city’s birthday, and festivities include displays of local talent in art, music, food vending, and traditional bullfights.

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Playa de los Muertos

Playa de los Muertos is one of the most popular beaches in Puerto Vallarta for good reason. Kick back on the clean sands before taking a dip in the crystal waters. Local vendors stroll the sands with grilled shrimp on skewers, perfect for a post-dip snack. If you think this place is phenomenal by day, just wait until sunset, when it comes to life with music and dancing.

Isla Rio Cuale

This historic district offers beautiful views and landscapes, as well as a free-entry museum, the Museo Rio Cuale, filled with pre-Colombian ceramics. Travel along one of the suspension bridges before checking out the Mercado Municipal Rio Cuale for even more bargains on your Puerto Vallarta travels.

El Faro Lighthouse

For the best views on your Puerto Vallarta vacation, take the hike to the top of the El Faro Lighthouse. The trip up the steps is a bit strenuous, but you'll be wowed by the gorgeous 360-degree view. Bring your camera and plenty of water, and whatever you do: Don't give up halfway – the view from the top is so worth it.

Old Town Market (Viejo Vallarta)

Cruise around charming cobblestone streets and hidden alleyways to come across some of the best bargains in Mexico. Buy handmade pottery, silver jewelry and leather goods for insanely low prices, and peruse the sidewalk artwork by local artists. The food is a steal, too, so be sure to check out the carts selling mouthwatering fresh fruit and margaritas.

Plaza de Armas and the Malecon

Puerto Vallarta travel experiences are made complete by a visit to these twin gems. The Plaza de Armas is the heart of the town, a square full of life and color, music and dancing around the clock. Check out the Presidencia Municipal and Los Arcos amphitheater en route to the Malecon, a mile-long seafront walkway filled with sculptures and home to the much-photographed La Parroquia de Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe church.